Community Events

Heroes Memorial Park is a space for reflection, remembrance, and community connection. Throughout the year, the park hosts Memorial ceremonies, patriotic observances, and other programs that honor the service and sacrifice of military members, veterans, and first responders. These events bring the community together to remember, learn, and show appreciation in a respectful setting. Events include:

Memorial Day Ceremony: May 25, 2026 | 10:00 AM
United States Flag Retirement Ceremony: June 20, 2026 | 9:00 AM
9/11 Observance Ceremony: September 11, 2026 | 9:30 AM
National First Responders Day Ceremony: October 28, 2026 | Time TBD

Join us for Storytime, hosted by the City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Kyle Public Library. Each event features picture book readings geared toward children ages 3–7, plus a fun craft activity.

Storytime takes place outdoors—participants are welcome to bring chairs, blankets, food, and beverages.

September 19 – La Verde Park Pavilion, 3901 Burnham

The City of Kyle invites the community to share in the town’s birthday celebration at the annual Founders’ Parade on Saturday, October 10, 2026 starting at 11 a.m.

The town of Kyle was platted and the first lots sold sometime around the 15th of October, 1880. Parades through downtown around the middle of October have been a tradition since. The tradition lives on as we reflect and recognize the many founders of this great town.

**This event is weather dependent.

Viewing the Parade:

Residents and visitors are encouraged to enjoy the Founders Day Parade from locations along the route through the La Verde District. The parade will start on Burnham Drive, proceed east on Doherty Drive, then turn north on Cromwell Avenue before concluding at Avenue A. For the safety of all participants and spectators, please remain on sidewalks and grassy areas and stay out of the roadway during the parade.

Detour & Parade Route:

The Founders Day Parade will take place in the La Verde District, beginning on Burnham Drive, traveling east on Doherty Drive, and continuing north on Cromwell Avenue before ending at East Avenue A. Burnham Drive, Doherty Drive, and Cromwell Avenue along the parade route will be closed to traffic during the event. Road closures will begin at 10:30 a.m. and will reopen as soon as the parade concludes. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and use alternate routes to avoid delays.

Participating in the Parade:

Registration is now open for those interested in participating in the parade. To register, visit KyleRec.RecDesk.com.

Join us for the Center Street Trick-or-Treat on Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.* at Mary Kyle Hartson Park, 101 S. Burleson St.

At this family-friendly event, local businesses and organizations set up tents at tables at Mary Kyle Hartson City “Scare” Park to provide a fun and safe opportunity for trick-or-treating. We invite all “ghosts” and “goblins” young and old to come out to our Treat Trail for some morning trick-or-treating as well as a costume contest!

All types of vendors will be on site, including food and drink vendors, as well as vendors offering a variety of goods and services. Halloween crafts and activities will be available inside the Krug Activity Center.

Costume Contests

Vendor booth entries: 9:00 am - 9:15 am
Ages 0 - 5 years: 9:30 am - 9:45 am
Ages 6- 12 years: 10:00 am - 10:15 am
Ages 13-18 years: 10:30 am - 10:45 am
Ages 19 and up years: 11:00 am - 11:15 am
Groups of 2 or more: 11:30 - 11:45 am
Vendor booth winner announcement: 11:50 am

*Date and Times are subject to change

Become a Vendor or Sponsor

The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department invites local businesses, organizations, food vendors, and specialty vendors to participate in the 2026 Center Street Trick or Treat. To apply, visit KyleRec.RecDesk.com.

The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department is looking for local businesses and organizations to consider being sponsors. If you would like to be a sponsor, contact us at at 512-262-3939 or parks@cityofkyle.com.

Join the City of Kyle in honoring our nation's veterans at the 2026 Veterans Day Parade in downtown Kyle on Saturday, November 14, 2026.

Parade Route Details & Viewing:

The parade begins at 11:45 a.m. and travels East along Center Street from Gregg-Clarke Park and ends at Front Street on the City Square. The best locations to view the Kyle Veterans Day Parade are on either side of Center Street between Gregg-Clarke Park and Mary Kyle Hartson Park. To keep everyone safe, the city is asking attendees to stay on sidewalks or grassy areas along Center Street and to not run into the street when the parade is going by.

Several street closures will be in effect due to the parade. Center Street from Ramirez Street to just past Front Street will be closed to traffic beginning at 11:30 a.m. and going until after the parade. Traffic will be detoured using N. Front Street, Blanco Street, and Veterans Drive.

Participating in the Parade:

Registration is now open for those interested in participating in the parade. To register, visit KyleRec.RecDesk.com.

Join us for Holiday on the Square, a festive holiday celebration in Downtown Kyle from Thursday, December 3 through Sunday, December 6, 2026*.

Holiday on the Square brings the community together for several days of seasonal activities, entertainment, shopping, and holiday fun for all ages. Whether you're looking for a festive night out, family-friendly activities, holiday shopping, or time to celebrate with friends, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

Thursday – Date Night

5:30 - 9:00 p.m.

Kick off the holiday weekend with a festive Date Night featuring activities for couples and friends to enjoy together. Holiday choirs will perform at the Downtown Kyle Gazebo throughout the evening.

Friday – Family Night

5:30 - 9:00 p.m.

Bring the whole family for Family Night! Enjoy crafts for kids at the Krug Activity Center. Santa’s ride to the Square begins at 6:30 p.m. Once he arrives, Santa will light the tree and sit for pictures with families as we officially kick off the holiday season in Downtown Kyle. Holiday choirs will perform at the Downtown Kyle Gazebo throughout the evening.

Saturday – Holiday Market

4:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Shop, eat, and celebrate at our Holiday Market featuring local vendors, food and drinks, and holiday choirs performing at the Downtown Kyle Gazebo throughout the afternoon and evening.

Sunday – Bestie Night

5:30 - 9:00 p.m.

Wrap up the weekend with Bestie Night, featuring activities for friends to enjoy together while celebrating the holiday season. Holiday choirs will perform at the Downtown Kyle Gazebo throughout the evening.

Holiday on the Square is a celebration for the entire community, and we invite you to join us downtown for a weekend full of holiday cheer, memories, and festive fun!

*Dates, times, activities, and programming are subject to change.

Become a Vendor or Sponsor

The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department invites local businesses, organizations, food vendors, and specialty vendors to participate in Holiday on the Square. Vendor applications will open September 1, 2026. Please visit https://kylerec.recdesk.com for more information.

The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department is also seeking local businesses and organizations interested in becoming event sponsors. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 512-262-3939 or parks@cityofkyle.com.

The mastermind of Christmas crime is making his return to Kyle and wants you — yes YOU — to join him for Grinch on the Green, a celebration of all things mean and green, on Friday, December 11 from 6 - 9 p.m. at La Verde Park, 3901 Burnham.

This ~~Whobilation~~ GRINCHY celebration is a free family-friendly event with something fun for everyone. Enjoy sweet treats, market vendors, live music, photos with the one and only Grinch (bring a non-perishable food donation to get a photo), free activities for children, Grinch movie screenings, and more!

So grab your family, your friends, and your ~~cheer~~ SNEER,
This ~~Whoville~~ GRINCHY wonderland is drawing near!

Don't let a Grinch steal your holiday cheer this year! Go to CityofKyle.gov/GrinchWatch for tips from the Kyle Police Department to keep you and your family safe this holiday season.

Sponsors & Vendors

Vendor applications opening soon.

Come help us ring in the holiday season at Grinch on the Green. This is a great opportunity to promote your organization, while also providing a fun and safe event for the citizens of Kyle. Please be advised it could take up 2 business days to process your application. ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE MADE WITHIN 5 BUSINESS DAYS FROM APPROVAL. Failure to do so will result in the cancelation of your application.

Apply at KyleRec.RecDesk.com.

Splash into the New Year at a longtime Kyle Tradition and register for the 2027 Polar Bear Splash at James Adkins Pool, 1100 W. Center St, on Friday, January 1 starting at 10 a.m.

Registration is required to participate. Registration can be done on KyleRec.RecDesk.com.

Schedule of Events:

10 a.m. - Gates Open
10:25 a.m. - Gather for Splash
10:30 a.m. - JUMP!
11 a.m. - Gates Closed

**This event is weather dependent and if necessary, will be rescheduled for Jan. 2 at 10 a.m.

For the Love of Go Resolution Run

Need a New Year's Resolution? Start the year off strong by joining in the annual 5k Resolution Run that happens right before the Polar Bear Splash. The event will be hosted at Gregg-Clarke Park, 1231-1301 W. Center St, on January 1st at 9:00 A.M.

If you participate in the 5K run and the Polar Bear Splash, you will receive a special commemorative item!

Stay tuned for more information on our 2027 event.

Become a Vendor or Sponsor

The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department is currently accepting food and event vendor applications. To apply, visit KyleRec.RecDesk.com.

The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department is looking for local businesses and organizations to consider being sponsors. If you would like to be a sponsor, contact us at at 512-262-3939 or parks@cityofkyle.com.

Stay tuned for more information on our 2027 event.

Become a Vendor or Sponsor

The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department is currently accepting food and event vendor applications. To apply, visit KyleRec.RecDesk.com.

The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department is looking for local businesses and organizations to consider being sponsors. If you would like to be a sponsor, contact us at at 512-262-3939 or parks@cityofkyle.com.

Stay tuned for more information on our 2027 event.

Become a Vendor or Sponsor

The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department is currently accepting food and event vendor applications. To apply, visit KyleRec.RecDesk.com.

The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department is looking for local businesses and organizations to consider being sponsors. If you would like to be a sponsor, contact us at at 512-262-3939 or parks@cityofkyle.com.

The Kyle Fair occurs yearly in mid-May at Lake Kyle Park.

For more information, visit KyleFair.com.

Stay tuned for more information on our 2027 event.

Fireworks in Kyle:

Please keep in mind that the City of Kyle prohibits the sale or use of fireworks within city limits. The use, discharge, or sale of fireworks are prohibited within Kyle city limits without a city-issued permit. Violations may result in citations with fines of up to $2,000. Learn more at CityofKyle.gov/Fireworks.

It's like Movies in the Park but at the pool!

Grab your favorite floatie, a friend or two, and cool off at the Dive-In Movie at the James Adkins Pool, 1100 W. Center St.

Stay tuned for 2027 Dive-In Movie dates.

Registration is REQUIRED due to capacity limits at the James Adkins Pool. All children under the age of 17 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration can be done at KyleRec.RecDesk.com.

Pool rules must be followed at all times.

For more information, visit the Parks event calendar.

Beginning next fiscal year, Kyle Market Days will move to a biannual event schedule, meaning the market will be held twice each fiscal year. A fiscal year is the City's annual budgeting and planning period, which runs from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.

This information is subject to change without notice.

Vendor Applications:

To apply to be a vendor at Markets Days, please visit KyleRec.RecDesk.com

Registration and a fee are required to apply. Vendors are encouraged to apply early as it takes 1-2 business days for applications to be processed. The deadline to apply and pay to participate in Kyle Markets Days is the Friday before the week of the Market Day.

Please note applications take 1-2 business days to process. Payment must be made within 5 business days. Failure to do so will result in cancelation of the application.

Beginning next fiscal year, Kyle Market Days will move to a biannual event schedule, meaning the market will be held twice each fiscal year. A fiscal year is the City's annual budgeting and planning period, which runs from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027

Be a vendor!

For more information on vendor opportunities and to register, visit KyleRec.RecDesk.com.

Be a Sponsor!

The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department has a variety of sponsorship levels that provide you not only the opportunity to market your business or organization but to also the opportunity to leave a long-lasting positive impact on the community. If you are interested in sponsoring an event or need more information, please email parks@cityofkyle.com or call 512-262-3939.

Volunteer Opportunities:

The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department is looking for volunteers for events that take place all throughout the year. If you are interested in volunteering or need more information, please email parks@cityofkyle.com or call 512-262-3939.

Costume Contests

Sponsors & Vendors

Upcoming Events